Arrow Films

[hearthesilence]

Yes, that's EXACTLY what I get too, and as you can see, it's actually the whole screen, not a small part of it. (I didn't bother trying to freeze frame it before, so I couldn't tell.) It seems to be one single frame, so it goes by fast, but still, it should be fixed.

[peerpee]

That's almost certainly an HDCAM SR glitch. Reusing tapes is the main culprit. It plagued MoC for many months (around the time of the Japanese tsunami disaster, because the factory that makes them was flooded, so everyone had to start reusing old tapes) but we caught each one in proofing, thankfully.

[RossyG]

Upgrade their Comedies and Proverbs box set to Blu and they'll get mine, too.

[GaryC]

Fassbinder impossible as Jail Bait will never be released

Out of curiosity, why is that?

I ask because I've seen that film - ITV in the UK showed it late one night in the 80s, subtitled, under the title Wild Game.

ETA: 21 October 1983 - a Friday night, which would explain why I was able to stay up late, as I wouldn't have been going to sixth-form College the next day.

[bainbridgezu]

Fassbinder impossible as Jail Bait will never be released

Out of curiosity, why is that?

I ask because I've seen that film - ITV in the UK showed it late one night in the 80s, subtitled, under the title Wild Game.

My understanding is that the original playwright hated Fassbinder's adaptation so much that he found a way to block it from further distribution, similar to the problems between Camus' estate and Visconti's L'Etranger.

[Stefan Andersson]

The Fassbinder Foundation is planning to restore Eight Hours... for release in 2015:

"The Rainer Werner Fassbinder Foundation is now planning a complete restoration of the 470-minute, five-part series to be completed in 2015 in order to be able to present it once again to the viewing public."

Quote found here: http://www.fassbinderfoundation.de/node ... detail/303" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

Contact info: http://www.fassbinderfoundation.de/node.php/en/kontakt" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

Wildwechsel on youtube, unsubbed (unsynchronized subs are discussed on the page but not visible onscreen): http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h98myGDu05U" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

[jsteffe]

Getting back to current Arrow releases, here's the Beev on Runaway Train.

Incidentally, for those who'd even notice such a thing, I'm delighted to confirm that Arrow's version returns to the original theatrical credits, and not the bizarrely low-key alternatives that accompanied various DVD releases.

Thanks, it looks great! I have to say, Arrow has been doing really excellent work as of late. I finally picked up a few of their Bava sets--the transfers are gorgeous, and they're generously appointed with extras. Whoever they choose for their big box set, I have no doubt it will be revelatory. (Personally I'm still hoping for Boro, since he's one of the filmmakers most badly in need of reevaluation...)

[jwd5275]

Fassbinder impossible as Jail Bait will never be released

Out of curiosity, why is that?
I ask because I've seen that film - ITV in the UK showed it late one night in the 80s, subtitled, under the title Wild Game.

My understanding is that the original playwright hated Fassbinder's adaptation so much that he found a way to block it from further distribution, similar to the problems between Camus' estate and Visconti's L'Etranger.

Well, Made in USA did finally get a release in 2009, so there is some hope...

[acf171072]

Well, Made in USA did finally get a release in 2009, so there is some hope...

For Jail Bait I think a Blu Ray of Napoleon with full Carl Davis score and a commentary by Brownlow and Coppola is more likely. I would love to be proved wrong.

[Calvin]

Home Cinema Choice interview with James White about his work for Arrow

[EddieLarkin]

Home Cinema Choice interview with James White about his work for Arrow

I believe Arrow have indeed reinvented themselves this last year, and they have seen much more money from me since taking a bit more responsibility with their transfers. Previously, I often would avoid them on principle. It's stunning that in less than a year they've made such a turn around, indeed, for me they now out do MoC. I'm very anxious to find out what will soon appear in their Arrow Academy line.

[bainbridgezu]

There are going to be more restorations for key films in the HandMade Films library.

Arrow's edition of Time Bandits sounds very promising, so hopefully these will include some of the other titles that Criterion never bargained back from Image.

[Graham]

Home Cinema Choice interview with James White about his work for Arrow

I believe Arrow have indeed reinvented themselves this last year, and they have seen much more money from me since taking a bit more responsibility with their transfers. Previously, I often would avoid them on principle. It's stunning that in less than a year they've made such a turn around, indeed, for me they now out do MoC. I'm very anxious to find out what will soon appear in their Arrow Academy line.

I completely agree. Before the last 12-18 months I always waited for reviews before even considering buying an Arrow product. Now they're on the same level as Criterion and MOC where each release is almost guaranteed to be of the highest quality.

[Cash Flagg]

In the interview, White also mentions that Arrow are going to be releasing 'everything' by Bava eventually.

[Minkin]

In the interview, White also mentions that Arrow are going to be releasing 'everything' by Bava eventually.

Oh man, I'd be all over a Dr. Goldfoot boxset (or more likely, the first one with the sequel - Bava's Dr. Goldfoot and the Girl Bombs - tacked on as an extra). The Bava one is garbage, but the first is a ton of fun.

But wow, everything?

'Well, Arrow has plans to release everything, every single Bava film. I can't say how long it's going to take, and I can't attest to the quality of every master either. The thing with Bava is, he made so many films and some were made with sizeable budgets and some very small. And as a consequence, some of his films have been well looked after, while others have not. So the masters reflect this.

Well, fine then. Bring on Caltiki – The Immortal Monster and Danger: Diabolik (MST3K did it too)!

[Feego]

Well, that's truly amazing news about Bava. I can't wait for a respectable edition of Blood and Black Lace. And to see Kill Baby Kill in hopefully a better-looking print that restores at least some of the original color glory!

[Anthony Thorne]

If Arrow ever get around to Bava's KILL BABY KILL, maybe they could license the documentary that was featured on the withdrawn Dark Sky DVD of the film.

[Graham]

He also mentions that they're releasing lots of De Palmas. I've asked Arrow twice now if they plan on releasing Body Double to no response. Maybe they can't say anything yet because of the Twilight Time release? Think I'm going to take my chances and not bother with the overpriced TT release.

[MichaelB]

"Lots" may just mean the four that hadn't been released at the time of the interview: Dressed to Kill, Sisters, The Fury, Phantom of the Paradise. In fact, the interview may have been conducted before Arrow's Blow Out was released.

Anyway, here's Mondo Digital on Runaway Train.

[Graham]

"Lots" may just mean the four that hadn't been released at the time of the interview: Dressed to Kill, Sisters, The Fury, Phantom of the Paradise. In fact, the interview may have been conducted before Arrow's Blow Out was released.

True, but I think I'll risk it. Although I've bought a couple of TT releases they are taking the piss with their pricing and even have the audacity to say if it goes missing en route then tough.

[antnield]

From the latest newsletter, with regards to Arrow Academy:

We are pleased to welcome the return of our classic and arthouse series this October with a landmark of American cinema. Full details will be unveiled later this month!

[TonyleStephanois]

We are currently having a sale on all releases of January to June of this year. The sale ends July 31st so be quick.

EDIT:

Shipping is free within the UK (the fee disappears when you enter a UK address) worldwide shipping is free for orders over £50.

[Finch]

Runaway Train arrived today thanks to Arrow's early delivery. It looks wonderful in HD and I enjoyed all the extras as well as Michael's essay. Looking forward to the announcement of the next few titles, and wanted to suggest to Francesco and Tony and Callum to look into more Konchalovsky, especially Sibriada.

[Graham]

He also mentions that they're releasing lots of De Palmas. I've asked Arrow twice now if they plan on releasing Body Double to no response. Maybe they can't say anything yet because of the Twilight Time release? Think I'm going to take my chances and not bother with the overpriced TT release.

Emailed Arrow directly (instead of via Twitter) to ask if they plan on releasing Body Double and got a quick response:

Though we would love to release BODY DOUBLE we do not have any plans to release it right now, but will certainly be endeavouring to make it happen at some point in the future.

[MichaelB]

Translation: they can't clear the rights just yet.

(Or at least that's a reasonably safe bet!)